Built in the early 1900s, Ocean Echo Inn & Beach Cottages is located on a quiet cul-de-sac that ends at Monterey Bay's unique Sunny Cove Beach. The inn's cul-de-sac location minimizes traffic and provides for a relaxing and safe beach stay. The Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is 10 minutes’ drive away. The inn is centrally located between downtown Santa Cruz and Capitola. Roaring Camp Railroad, Henry Cowell Redwood Forest and University of California Santa Cruz are within 20 minutes' drive of Ocean Echo Inn & Beach Cottages. There are also many great wineries in nearby and Santa Cruz schedules great events throughout the year. Singer-songwriters Neil Diamond and John Denver frequented Ocean Echo Inn & Beach Cottages and wrote some of their most beloved songs here. Ocean Echo Inn offers rooms in the main house. These rooms have flat-screen TVs, refrigerators, and microwaves. Cottages surrounding the house also offer fully-equipped kitchens. Select cottages have private patios and balconies with ocean views. BBQ facilities are available for guest use. Select cottages are friendly for small dogs (an additional fee applies).

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Buffet

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom :
1 queen bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
1 sofa bed
and
1 queen bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.9
Facilities
8.5
Cleanliness
8.6
Comfort
8.6
Value for money
7.6
Location
9.1
Free WiFi
6.8
Low score for Santa Cruz
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Yang
    United States of America United States of America
    The hotel’s location is very close to beach (walking 2mins). And it’s dog friendly even the beach. My kids and dog spent wonderful afternoon at beach. We ordered food from DoorDash to lobby. The hotel’s staff sent to our door that’s super...
  • Kathleen
    United States of America United States of America
    Very nice and located right by a nice local beach. The staff were super friendly and loved dogs. Having kids and let’s it’s nice to have a kitchenette which was perfect. Gas stove, apartment sized fridge/freezer, toaster, microwave, mini basic...
  • Vishal
    United States of America United States of America
    Breakfast was decently nice. Only usual high carb options but they had Greek yoghurt and fruit and homemade bread at the table. In a nice residential neighborhood. The cove is just too small to be advertised as they do.

Area info

Amenities of Ocean Echo Inn & Beach Cottages
Great facilities! Review score, 8.5

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Beachfront
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Coffee machine
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Activities
  • Beach
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Ping-pong
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Radio
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not possible).
    Front Desk Services
    • Concierge
    • Baggage storage
    Entertainment & Family Services
    • Outdoor play equipment for kids
    • Board games/Puzzles
    Cleaning Services
    • Daily housekeeping
    Business Facilities
    • Fax/Photocopying
    • Meeting/Banquet facilities
      Additional charge
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Smoke alarms
    • Key card access
    • Key access
    General
    • Pet bowls
    • Carbon monoxide detector
    • Vending machine (drinks)
    • Smoke-free property
    • Tile/Marble floor
    • Heating
    • Soundproof
    • Fan
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Iron
    • Wake-up service/Alarm clock
    Spa
    • Beach chairs/Loungers
    Languages Spoken
    • English

    Property practices

    This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

    House rules

    Ocean Echo Inn & Beach Cottages takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM

    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

    Check-out

    Until 11:00 AM

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Refundable damage deposit

    A damage deposit of USD 100 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    Children 6 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 21

    Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

    Mastercard Visa Discover American Express Cash is not accepted Ocean Echo Inn & Beach Cottages accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Please note: Parking is for guests only. One space only is provided per room.

    There is a two-night minimum that is required on weekends for Fridays and Saturdays from 9 June through 2 September.

    ***Please note: Only select rooms or cottages can accommodate dogs under 50 pounds. Maximum of 2 dogs. Dog fee is $50 per pet, per night. Please contact the property directly for more information***

    Pets are only accepted in the following rooms:

    - Deluxe Cottage (Beachcomber Cottage)

    - Family Suite (Gull Cottage)

    - Superior King Room (Sea Star Room)

    - Deluxe Queen Room (Sea Breeze Room)

    - Superior Queen Room (Sea Otter Room)

    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    Please inform Ocean Echo Inn & Beach Cottages of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

    In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

    Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

    A damage deposit of $100 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

    FAQs about Ocean Echo Inn & Beach Cottages

    • Yes, Ocean Echo Inn & Beach Cottages is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Check-in at Ocean Echo Inn & Beach Cottages is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

    • Ocean Echo Inn & Beach Cottages offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Ping-pong
      • Golf course (within 2 miles)
      • Beachfront
      • Beach

    • The prices at Ocean Echo Inn & Beach Cottages may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Ocean Echo Inn & Beach Cottages is 1.8 miles from the center of Santa Cruz. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Guests staying at Ocean Echo Inn & Beach Cottages can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.5).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Continental
      • Buffet

    • Room options at Ocean Echo Inn & Beach Cottages include:

      • Double
      • Family
      • Suite

    • The nearest beach is 350 feet from Ocean Echo Inn & Beach Cottages. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.